Bruna Bonaca

About the Author

Bruna Bonaca is a passionate culinary storyteller whose love for Italian cuisine was ignited in the bustling kitchens of her nonna's home in Tuscany, where she learned the art of handmade pasta from scratch. Now based in New York City, Bruna blends traditional techniques with a modern, irreverent twist, celebrating the joy of cooking that brings people together over steaming plates of al dente perfection. As a self-taught chef and writer, she draws from years of experimenting in her own kitchen and apprenticing under renowned Italian chefs to create recipes that are accessible yet sophisticated. Through her work, Bruna aims to demystify pasta-making for home cooks, proving that anyone can channel their inner nonno or nona with a dash of humor and a lot of heart. Her debut cookbook captures this spirit, offering dishes that honor heritage while embracing contemporary flavors.